Diploma in Business Management
UNITAR International University Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
The Diploma in Business Management prepares students for entry-level management positions in business organisations. It equips students with management theory and practice skills needed to run a successful business in a competitive global environment.
This programme covers business with a focus on management, economic, financial, legal and marketing aspects in modern enterprises. You will also study real-world business and management applications to build practical competence in a professional environment.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Reading, Vocabulary & Grammar
- Critical & Creative Thinking
- Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Business Mathematics
- Financial Accounting
- Microeconomics
- Fundamentals of Information Technology
- Principles of Management
- Macroeconomics
- Principles of Marketing
- Business Statistics
- Organisational Behaviour
- Human Resource Management
- Introduction to E-Business
- Principles of Finance
- Fundamentals of Online Marketing
- Customer Relationship Management
- Introduction to Business Law
- Business Ethics
- Event Management and Planning
- Business Plan Project
- International Business
- Practicum
- Consumer Behaviour
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory modules | Bahasa Kebangsaan | ||
| Basic Academic Reading and Writing | ||||
| Business Law | ||||
| Business Mathematics | ||||
| Total | 0 ECTS | |||
Career outcomes
- You graduate with practical business foundations that prepare you for entry-level roles such as executives and junior managers in small businesses.
- You gain job-ready competencies relevant to management, economic, financial, legal, and marketing functions used by modern business organisations.
- Your learning is built around real-world business applications, helping you transition more confidently into professional environments from day one.
- The programme supports employability in both local and multinational enterprises through training that aligns with how businesses operate in competitive markets.
- You can also target opportunities beyond private companies, including non-profit organisations and public sector roles, where business skills are needed.
- If you want to be an entrepreneur, the business start-up focus helps you develop the mindset and skills needed to launch business ideas.
Employability rate
Diploma in Business Management graduates in Malaysia typically see an employability rate of around 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting consistent demand for entry-level business and management talent.
Together, these figures point to a relatively steady career outlook where graduates can access roles in business organisations, including small businesses and larger enterprises.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification (international equivalent to SPM) | International applicants must possess a school-leaving qualification equivalent to SPM with at least credit in three subjects; or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Malaysian Government. |
| MQF Level 3 certificate (related field) | International applicants may apply with a Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in the related field with at least CGPA 2.00; or other equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Entrepreneurship | Direct match | Applicants with prior study in business-related subjects may align with programme learning areas such as principles of management, marketing, accounting, and finance. |
Language requirements
For this Diploma in Business Management, international applicants must meet UNITAR’s English requirement. The programme page states that international students are required to achieve the minimum band stated for MUET or its equivalent to CEFR (High B1).
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 0 / per year | International tuition fee not specified on the official programme page; the programme page states a total tuition fee of RM 22,500.00 for local students only. |
| Application fee | MYR 2750 / one time | UNITAR international student application form requires a processing fee of RM2750.00, made up of Application Fee RM750.00 and Visa Processing Fee RM2000.00. |
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | January 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | January 31, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | January 31, 2026 |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | January 31, 2026 |
| Recommended apply-by | December 15, 2025 |
| Semester begins | January 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Pre-application and document preparation
Complete the UNITAR International application pre-application process by preparing copies of your highest qualification and your passport before initiating your application. Ensure your academic documents are in PDF format and provide official English-translated copies if the documents are not originally in English. Keep your passport validity aligned with the requirement stated by UNITAR for student pass processing.
Register your application online and pay the required fees
Submit your application during the international admissions process and include the required documents for assessment. UNITAR’s international admissions guidance explains that application fee processing is required before the university proceeds with student pass processing on your behalf. Upload the telegraphic transfer receipt (application fee inclusive of EMGS payment) during online registration or email it as instructed.
Receive offer and proceed with student pass (EMGS) processing
After you meet the entry requirements and your payment and required documents are received, UNITAR emails a Conditional Letter of Offer. UNITAR then proceeds with the student pass application on your behalf, and UNITAR states that the process with complete documents typically takes several weeks. Follow arrival guidance carefully, including notifying the university in advance of your departure timeline.